Tripod vessel with cover

This round tripod vessel has square handles and three supporting feet. The lid is covered in red, white and light beige pigment-painted decoration, which includes scrolls motifs. Painted bands also decorate the cover's edge and the body.The use of 'mingqi' or burial wares was an ancient practice. It was believed these were necessary for the deceased in the next world. Large groups of burial wares were also a display of wealth and social status.